New Zealand · Visitor Visas

NZeTA

Electronic travel authority for passport holders from 60+ visa-waiver countries and cruise passengers visiting or transiting New Zealand.

Who it suits

Who this pathway suits

Citizens of visa-waiver countries (UK, US, Canada, EU, UAE, etc.) traveling to New Zealand.

Eligibility

Eligibility at a glance

  • Citizen of an eligible visa-waiver country
  • Traveling for tourism, business, or transit for up to 3 months (up to 6 months for British citizens)
Process

How the process works

  1. Apply via the official NZeTA smartphone app or website
  2. Pay NZD $17-$23 fee plus NZD $100 International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL)
  3. Approval issued within 72 hours (often within minutes)
Documents

Documents you will typically need

  • Valid biometric passport, face photo, credit card
Good to know

What to keep in mind

Valid for up to 2 years for multiple visits. Includes payment of the International Visitor Levy.

Official source: Immigration New Zealand — NZeTA. Government authorities make all final decisions; no outcome is guaranteed.

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